Let’s talk about being an awesome room parent!  Supporting teachers and your school… and getting extra time with your child in the classroom or on field trips… being a room parent can be so much fun and a great way to be involved on campus.    If you’re a room parent this year or are considering taking on the role in future years… this podcast is for you!!   Lindsay is sharing so many awesome tips for how to make this job not too complicated or stressing… how to do sign-ups and plan parties… how to work with the other room parents and my favorite really creative and next level ideas for times when you want to really make it extra special.      Here are some of the tips Lindsay talks about:   -Ask the teacher all the questions!  What do they like and not like- how can you be most helpful?    -Ask your parents for feedback as you go so you know your audience!  Sometimes you will have parents who want to be super involved, other times not… sometimes they would rather contribute items to a party and other times they want it easy and would rather Venmo you.  Find out what works best for your group each year.    -Have teachers fill out really AWESOME teachers favorites forms!  Make your own- there are NO good ones online!  Make sure it covers things you could give them as a little surprise or for birthdays or holidays.    -Make sure you know about any kids allergies or photo restrictions.    -If you want to be NEXT level - set-up a What’s App communication - like a group text- for your class.  Send reminders like “Morning! Reminder it’s pajama day today!”  Parents find this SO helpful!    -Email tips - don’t include too much information to where it’s overwhelming - but also, wait to gather enough information so you aren’t sending emails too often.  Ask if anyone wants to be removed at the start!  Many families just want one parent on the emails (my husband opts out of mine 

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The How To Be Awesome At Everything is a podcast about our journey to be the best that we can in everything we do.  To be intentional about how we spend our time and how we treat our bodies and how the thoughts that we think and words that we say create the world that we live in. What started as a folder of life lessons to share with her kids one day has become a podcast with over one million downloads. Always with a growth mindset, Lindsay presents topics that she thinks are worth hitting pause on life to focus on. She shares her successes (and failures!) in business and in life and her journey to be awesome at everything.

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 This concept is so freeing… ready?   It’s good to feel sad, angry, stressed… because it’s part of being human.  Those emotions that we tend to label as negative emotions and judge ourselves for feeling are not the problem.  The actual problem is the label, not the emotion itself.    And here’s the best part, the way you get through those emotions- the sadness or the stress is by not trying to feel the opposite but by simply not labeling these emotions as good or bad.    When we label our emotions, if often makes those emotions bigger.  If you feel jealous and you feel badly about feeling jealous, it gets bigger.  If we shift to this new emotional awareness and acceptance for our feelings, we recognize that all emotions serve a purpose.  By having the non-judgements attitude toward emotions, we move through emotions faster and solve problems more efficiently.    It makes us more emotionally resilient and have healthier coping strategies, which is so much more awesome than running yourself down about how you feel.  Let’s unpack it!        Here are the things we go through…    -Your actions matter more than your feelings. We think that we need to feel a certain way to be that type of person.  BUT that’s where we get it twisted.  It’s the actions you take.  If you want to be honest   -For a lot of these character traits we think that we need to feel a certain way, but it’s the actions you choose despite how you feel.    -We think that we need to feel a certain way to be a patient or honest person.  But it’s the actions you take, regardless of these feelings.    -By labeling emotions, they get bigger.    -Emotional awareness and acceptance makes you recognize that they all serve a purpose.     -What is the lesson with this emotion? Have curiosity and compassion    -This is so essential for navigating the challenges in life.  To have resilience and self-awareness is key.     -Emotions are neither good nor bad; they're simply messengers. It's our interpretation and response to them that shapes our experience.     -Instead of labeling emotions as positive or negative, view them as signals guiding you towards areas that need attention or growth.   -Every emotion serves a purpose; it's about understanding what that purpose is and how you can use it to your advantage.”     -Don't judge your emotions; acknowledge them. They're a reflection of your inner state and can provide valuable insights into your thoughts and behaviors.”       -Embrace the full spectrum of your emotions. By accepting them without judgment, you empower yourself to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience and clarity.         -Your emotions are like the weather—they come and go. Rather than trying to control them, focus on cultivating a mindset that allows you to adapt and thrive in any emotional climate.     CHEERS to allowing yourself to FEEL ALL THE FEELINGS without judgment so you can navigate life in the most awesome way possible.    

288. How To Be Awesome At Not Labeling Your Feelings Good or Bad

I feel like most people would say they tired. Today, yesterday, most days.   I’m really interested in this.  Are we actually tired or are we sort of not excited by what we are doing most days?  And if we are tired, is it because the days are too full and we are doing too many things orrrr is it because we aren’t setting ourself up to feel rested and rejuvenated.   Either way, we need to solve it because we can’t complain that we are tired and not do anything to change it.   In this episode, let’s figure out what’s up.  Are you actually tired or are you overwhelmed or underwhelmed with life right now?  The awesome news - I’m sharing strategies for tackling both.   Let’s get you un-tired so you can be where your feet are and live your days fully.     First, let’s figure out why you’re tired.   1.  Actually tired  Strategies- get more sleep, get better sleep, hydrate with electrolytes, no screen before bed, no food just before bed, create best sleep environment, stick to a schedule.   2.  Not excited with life / overwhelmed / underwhelmed   Strategies- ask yourself the hard questions  Make the changes you need to, have the conversations you need to, do the things you know you should.    3.  In this lazy habit pattern  Just like momentum brings momentum, non-momentum brings non-momentum  Strategies- small steps to move more - get going - exhaust yourself    CHEERS to getting un-tired and living your most full life.

287. How To Be Awesome At Not Being Tired All The Time

Today we are taking the complicated out of eating mostly whole foods and high protein at home in a way that makes you feel full and energized. It’s taken me so many years of learning and spending money on experts to help me figure it all out. Now every persons body is different of course but I’m sharing lots of ideas of you to chose from to eat in a way that reduces inflammation in your body and helps you be your healthiest and can help you lose weight, all while feeling satisfied.    I’m giving you a grocery list to follow to make it all simple and not so complicated.    Because this is what I know… most people aren’t eating enough protein and are eating too much processed foods. Most people say they are tired and often times we want to  healthier but it’s hard to know where to start. I also know that we must have a strong plan in order to stick to our goals.   So this is our plan for eating to feel our best in the short term and long term. Eating for energy and longevity and the part I think that most people miss with this - buying organic and grass fed items are always more expensive than the regular but if you prep it the right way, it is absolutely less expensive than ordering in.    And if you know me you know there are some awesome healthy treats in the plan too, because that’s what makes it sustainable in the long term. We are full and satisfied and know it’s not at all a diet, but rather a lifestyle to feel our best.   Let’s go!      Here is your grocery list   *Grassfed ground beef or steaks  *Organic ground chicken or turkey  *Organic pasture raised eggs *1 organic butter lettuce  *1 organic head of iceberg lettuce  *1 organic rotisserie chicken  *Veggies like zucchini, onions, peppers  *Avocados (1 per day) *Berries  *2 large organic greek yogurts    Then some throw ins to make all of this sustainable  *Siete toritilla chips  *Grain free tortillas  *Grass fed organic cheese, raw if possible  *Organic dark chocolate  *Raw honey  *Bananas & peanut butter      And to cook it in…  *Avocado oil  *Coconut oil  *Olive oil    How to make the money go the furthest!    Protein amounts... An egg has 6g of protein  A chicken breast as about 40g of protein  One pound of ground beef has 65g of protein  Some seeds can be great too like hemp seeds and pumpkin seeds   So if your goal is 1g of protein per pound of body weight- you can divide out how much protein you need per meal. My goal is 120g per day so I plan for about 40-50g per meal and I have 3 meals.   I think the KEY to all of this is to base your meals around protein and mostly whole foods. Get some veggies and some carbs and you’re nice and full and happy!      Other options based on preferences! *Halibut or salmon -always wild caught  *Canned tuna or chicken  *Flax seeds and chia seeds  *Protein powders!      Take this list with you to the grocery store!   XO Lindsay

286. Your Awesome Grocery List For High Protein & Whole Foods Eating

I have my favorite little due on the podcast with me today.  Today Parker is going to tell us the story of when he got bit in the head by a scorpion on vacation and we’re going to talk about being kind and being brave and probably soccer.  Ok so life as a 6 year old and so many stories.  Listen in for some fun insight into the life of a little guy and his plan for convincing Dad to have one more baby, a brother named Hot Dog.  Thanks for listening!! 

285. Podcast with Parker

You want to know the craziest thing about worrying what other people think of you?  With the amount of time and energy you spend worrying about what people might think if you do this or that, you could actually DO the thing.     You take control back of your life and your choices when you’re making them based on what you really want and what feels best to you.    You’ll take more risks, try new things and put yourself out there. Because we know that one day we will be 90 and we won’t have the opportunities that we have today, we just won’t.  Thinking about it that way makes it a lot less scary to let it go and go for it.    And another awesome thing that happens when you go for it and people do talk about you, it makes it easy… those aren’t your people.  Thank you for saving me the time.    And also thank you for making it clear where we’re at because I know that nobody ahead of me is taking the time to criticize me.    This concept of, stop caring about what other people think is easier said than done.  Today I’m giving you two awesome hacks to start today, to work towards the ultimate feeling of freedom- not caring what other people think of you.    A few notes from this episode…  -You only have so much energy - you could have actually done the thing!! Started the business, tried the new thing…. In the same effort it took to worry what would happen if you did.    -The upside of never trying is that you never have to feel the feeling of failure.   -I will ensure my failure in private so I never have to risk failing in public.  They take the long failure rather than the short one.     -We aren’t afraid of failing!  We are afraid of what other people think of us failing. Imagine what other people are thinking if you aren’t doing anything, oh that’s right, they’re not.    -If you could fail in isolation, you wouldn’t care.    -If you’re insecure, you might as well use it to get something out of it.   -The perfect condition is wherever you are at right now. If you feel like you have nothing, then you have nothing to lose.  There is always an advantage and disadvantage from every position.     -They won’t think of you at all if you aren’t doing anything and don't you want to be thought of?   -You’re going to be 90. And it’s going to be too late to do anything.   -You know I love thinking about my 90 year old self.   If you’ve spent time with old people, they don’t give an F- in the best way. They are wearing socks with sandals in the way they want, they are    -Seeing someone old and no time to do the things is the only motivation I need.    -You know how you get good?  You just start doing what you want without the fear of judgment.  Like one tiny thing.  Like if music comes on at an outdoor restaurant and you think about dancing with your little kid because how sweet but you don’t because nobody else is and people might think you are weird.  But doing things that other people aren’t doing - usually means it’s actually a good idea but 66% of people say they are unhappy.   -So not doing it because other people aren’t isn’t the right plan!!   -Here’s the hacks!!     1.ONE. TINY. THING.  And then you see that you don’t die. And you had fun dancing and just doing what you wanted.    Or wearing something different than everyone else because it’s comfortable and you love how it feels… and then it’s just fine.   You build momentum!!     2.  You make it a clear priority and remind yourself often.    Journal it, calendar it, write it down.  The more you make it a priority to work towards, the faster you will get there.        -Here’s another thing - call out your fails.  Now what can they say.   -AGREE when someone says something you didn’t do right.  Takes the fire out of it.   -OR agree just to end it. Who cares!?     -Their response to you just doesn’t involve you honestly. It’s their own perspective based on their experiences and opinions and it just doesn’t have to affect yours.    -What’s the worst that can happen?   You don’t actually die of embarrassment it’s actually ok. We move on.    -And I’ve really learned that leaning into vulnerably is such a strong thing.  Ya, that thing totally flopped.  But it’s cool I know so much more now and I’m so pumped on my next adventure.  We accept it and move on, NEXT PLAY!        A few other tips!     -Identify your values: Clarify what truly matters to you and what you stand for. When you live in alignment with your values, you'll be less swayed by others' opinions.   -Focus on your strengths: Recognize your talents, skills, and accomplishments. Embrace them and use them to boost your confidence.   -Practice self-acceptance: Acknowledge and accept your flaws and imperfections. Nobody is perfect, and embracing your humanity can help you be less concerned about others' judgments.   -Set boundaries: Establish clear boundaries to protect your emotional well-being. Learn to say no when necessary and prioritize your own needs.   -Challenge negative beliefs: Examine any negative beliefs you have about yourself that may be fueling your concern for others' opinions. Replace them with more empowering beliefs.   -Develop a strong self-image: Visualize yourself as confident, capable, and resilient. Act as if you already possess these qualities, and eventually, they will become part of your reality.   -Surround yourself with supportive people: Surround yourself with individuals who uplift and encourage you. Their positive reinforcement can help counteract any negativity from others.   -Practice self-care: Take care of your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Engage in activities that nurture your body and soul, such as exercise, meditation, hobbies, and spending time with loved ones.   -Focus on your goals: Stay focused on your goals and aspirations. When you have a clear sense of purpose, the opinions of others become less significant in comparison to your pursuit of fulfillment.    This is not an overnight thing!! Building resilience against others' opinions is a gradual process that requires consistent effort and self-reflection. By using these strategies, you can gradually reduce the impact of external judgments on your self-esteem and live more authentically. 

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